Projects
Welcome to my projects page, where you’ll find brief synopses of the various engineering projects I’ve worked on. These highlight my hands-on experience and technical skills in areas such as design, testing, and problem-solving, showcasing my contributions to real-world challenges and innovative solutions.
Quality Control Test Fixture
Senior Design Project | Medtronic Inc.
As part of my senior design project, my team and I designed, and are currently developing a test fixture, intended for use as a quality control unit at the end of a medical device manufacturing line. The system is engineered to ensure the functionality and reliability of the device by performing comprehensive testing on all critical functions. Our design emphasizes precision and repeatability, enhancing quality control processes and significantly reducing costs associated with manufacturing defects.
High Altitude Student Platform Project (HASP)
Team Lead for HASP 2024 | NASA
As part of the HASP program, my team and I redesigned and constructed a high-altitude payload intended to measure ozone concentration in the upper atmosphere. Our system was engineered to withstand extreme environmental conditions while capturing and transmitting real-time atmospheric data. To improve accessibility and maintainability, we developed an innovative folding enclosure that allows for easy access to internal components. This design not only simplifies assembly, troubleshooting, and modifications but also ensures the payload's structural integrity during flight.
Nation Wide Eclipse Ballooning Project
Telemetry Officer | NASA
The Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project aimed to study gravity waves and capture footage of the 2024 total solar eclipse through high altitude balloons. My role involved working with a dedicated team to design, build, and launch the payloads, capturing an unforgettable view of this historic event. It was an incredible experience to contribute to this nationwide effort and witness the eclipse from a vantage point like no other.
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Liquid Cooled Heat Sink Research
Undergraduate Research Assistant | UNF
I worked as an undergraduate research assistant studying the viability of heat pipes in various geometries. We assessed the benefits of integrating heat pipe technology into heat sink structures an evaluated their thermal resistance and efficiency. The findings have the potential to spark the development of more effective, lightweight thermal management systems thus addressing the growing demand for high-performance cooling solutions across various industries. In a follow-up study, I investigated the fluid motion within fluid-filled fin arrays to explore the effects of fluid mechanics on heat dissipation.
Bike Frame Finite Element Analysis Under Varying Load Distributions
Author | UNF
This project focuses on optimizing a bike frame design for improved fatigue resistance using finite element analysis (FEA). By simulating two different load distribution scenarios, the study identifies stress points and predicts fatigue life using ANSYS and nCode. The analysis led to a redesigned frame that extended its life by over 200% with significantly enhanced durability. This optimization reduces the risk of failure and ensures the frame meets a 90% survival probability over 300,000 hours of use.